A tale of two conventions…

There are two conventions in Denver this year – one for the rank-and-file delegates, who enthusiastically sit through hours of speeches – dancing, cheering, waving signs, clapping…unending enthusiasm.

But the seats for Congressional delegates and others are notably empty this afternoon. Where were all the electeds and high-profile delegates? A reception held by Congressman and Queens powerbroker Joe Crowley.

The bigger names made it for the primetime events, but the grassroots delegates carried the day.